Internationella Engelska Skolan (IES) is a leading independent school group with academic results far above average and a diverse and energetic staff. Teaching is in both Swedish and English, and the hallways are bilingual. The language of meetings and communication amongst the staff is English.
IES is one of Sweden's largest school groups at compulsory school level with 48 schools and around 32,000 students across the country. IES has grown steadily and maintained quality since 1993.
N.B. Prior to any offer of employment at IES, a criminal background check is required for all applicants. In Sweden, this is an extract from belastningsregistret from Polismyndigheten and from abroad, this is a record extract from an equivalent police governing body.
IES Sundbyberg is a school for grades 4-9. We are a bilingual school that follows the Swedish curriculum.
We are currently seeking a licensed primary school teacher with subject qualification in Science/Natural Sciences for grades 7-9 on a fixed-term contract from January 7 - June 17, 2026. The position includes shared mentorship in an 8th grade class.
You have a positive view of people and the ability to create good relationships with students, colleagues, and parents. As a teacher with us, you enjoy teaching students from diverse countries and giving each student the opportunity to develop according to their own conditions and abilities.
Responsibilities:
- Plan and conduct lessons
- Assess student progress, provide constructive feedback, and maintain accurate documentation
- Mentorship for students in one of the classes you teach
- Collaborate with colleagues to create a supportive and inclusive learning environment
- Participate in professional development and contribute to the school community
Qualifications:
- Teaching certification in Sweden
- Good knowledge of both Swedish and English
- Positive attitude and collaborative
- Ability to adapt teaching methods to meet diverse student needs
- Commitment to continuous professional development and learning
How to Apply:
If you are passionate about teaching and ready to be part of an international team, we encourage you to apply by submitting your CV and a personal letter on the IES Careers page. Recruitment is ongoing, so submit your application as soon as possible.
Internationella Engelska Skolan Sundbyberg is a school for grades 4-9 with 620 students. The school has an international orientation and teaching is conducted in both English and Swedish. The school is committed to prioritizing learning and knowledge. Students learn to take personal responsibility for their own development and work environment and to respect their classmates, teachers, and themselves. IES is proud of its employees and has developed a method to create a calm and safe school environment. This allows our teachers more time to share their knowledge, both with students and colleagues.